Providence Journal

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A coalition of attorneys general and governors is suing the Trump administration over a potential lapse in SNAP benefits.

The lawsuit alleges the USDA has contingency funds to continue payments despite the government shutdown.

Approximately 42 million Americans, including 140,000 Rhode Islanders, could lose their benefits on Nov. 1.

Days before Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are set to run out due to the ongoing government shutdown , Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha, a coalition of 22 other attorneys general and three governors are suing the Trump administration over the funding lapse.

Approximately 140,000 Rhode Islanders receive SNAP, formerly known as food stamps. The funding is set to lapse Nov. 1. T

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